Boutique Recruitment

ESTABLISHED 2019 · BASED IN LISBON

A highly personal recruitment service connecting international schools and education organisations with professionals whose experience, values and ambitions align with the opportunity.

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WHO CATHERINE WORKS WITH

Two perspectives. One considered approach.

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For Schools

Support for international schools and education organisations looking for professionals who not only meet the requirements of a role, but genuinely align with the institution, its culture and its ambitions.

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For Professionals

Personal support for education professionals considering their next move, with opportunities approached through an understanding of experience, ambitions and the type of institution in which they are most likely to thrive.

IN THEIR WORDS

Recruitment Experienced From Both Sides

★★★★★

  • “Transparent and proactive from the very first interaction”

    From the very first interaction, Catherine was transparent and proactive — she took the time to clearly explain how she works and what she would do to support me through the process, and then delivered on every one of those promises.
    She went above and beyond to ensure the hiring company had everything they needed to see me as the right candidate for the role, anticipating needs before they arose and consistently keeping the process moving forward. When there were opportunities to speed things up, she found them.
    Thanks in large part to Catherine's dedication and professionalism, I got the job. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a recruiter who genuinely invests in the people she works with.

    — Candidate

  • “Supported and accompanied from the beginning”

    My experience with Catherine could not have been more satisfactory.
    From the beginning of the selection process, I felt supported and accompanied.
    She was always available to answer my questions and provide me with all the information I needed. In addition, she proactively helped me prepare for my interviews.
    It was a real pleasure and a great reassurance to have her support.
    Without a doubt, a great professional providing an excellent service!

    — Candidate appointed at an International School, Madrid

  • “Your professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to identify talent”

    Being selected by you is a true honor, and I greatly appreciate the confidence you have placed in my professional experience, skills, and qualifications. Your decision means a great deal to me and reflects the thoughtful and professional approach you have demonstrated throughout the entire process.
    I would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge your outstanding work in managing the selection process. Your professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to identify talent are qualities that undoubtedly contribute to the success of any organization.
    Thank you once again for the trust you have placed in me. I look forward to meeting your expectations and contributing with dedication, commitment, and professionalism in this new role.
    Please accept my warmest congratulations on a job exceptionally well done, along with my very best wishes for your future endeavors.

    — Gema Sepo

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WHY CATHERINE

Understanding the institution behind the role

Catherine’s 14 years within an IB international school in Bogotá gave her first-hand experience of school culture, leadership and the professional environment behind an international school community.

Today, she combines that institutional understanding with an international network and a highly personal approach to recruitment — looking beyond the role itself to understand what the right appointment should mean for both the school and the professional.

ABOUT CATHERINE 
PLACEMENT NETWORK

Schools Catherine has placed with

Logo for St. Mathew, an inspiring school, featuring a shield with a cross and crown.
Logo for St. Mathew, an inspiring school, featuring a shield with a cross and crown.
Logo with the words "alFINTAS education" in stylized font, with "alFINTAS" in dark blue and "education" in light gray, featuring a gradient background.
Logo with the words "alFINTAS education" in stylized font, with "alFINTAS" in dark blue and "education" in light gray, featuring a gradient background.
The Tasis school shield featuring a sun, lighthouse, donation box, and open book.
The Tasis school shield featuring a sun, lighthouse, donation box, and open book.
The image features an illustration of a woman in a green jacket and orange pants, holding a rose. The woman is positioned to the right of a large black simple outline of a dog. The overall style is simple and minimalistic.
The image features an illustration of a woman in a green jacket and orange pants, holding a rose. The woman is positioned to the right of a large black simple outline of a dog. The overall style is simple and minimalistic.
Green and yellow logo with the letters 'iSP' and a small yellow dot to the left
Green and yellow logo with the letters 'iSP' and a small yellow dot to the left
Logo of Base International School, featuring a stylized blue and black sphere and text in black and blue that reads 'Base International School, an Affinitas School'.
Logo of Base International School, featuring a stylized blue and black sphere and text in black and blue that reads 'Base International School, an Affinitas School'.
Logo of Knightsbridge Schools International with a shield divided into red and blue sections, with 'KS' on the shield, and the text 'Knightsbridge Schools International' below in pink, purple, and blue.
Logo of Knightsbridge Schools International with a shield divided into red and blue sections, with 'KS' on the shield, and the text 'Knightsbridge Schools International' below in pink, purple, and blue.
Logo of the Buell Valley Scout Badge with green border, featuring a yellow and blue shield, and text indicating the organization was founded in 1989. Below the badge, the text reads "An inspiring school" in dark blue and gray letters.
Logo of the Buell Valley Scout Badge with green border, featuring a yellow and blue shield, and text indicating the organization was founded in 1989. Below the badge, the text reads "An inspiring school" in dark blue and gray letters.
Emblem of the University of the Philippines with the university motto 'Gentes Moresque Docendo Jungimus' on a red banner and the slogan 'We Unite People and Cultures Through Education' below.
Emblem of the University of the Philippines with the university motto 'Gentes Moresque Docendo Jungimus' on a red banner and the slogan 'We Unite People and Cultures Through Education' below.
School crest with a blue lion and flags, alongside the initials 'ISB' and the full name 'International School Breda'
School crest with a blue lion and flags, alongside the initials 'ISB' and the full name 'International School Breda' 
LET’S TALK

The Right Appointment Starts With The Right Conversation

Whether you are an international school looking for the right professional or an education professional considering your next opportunity, every search begins with understanding what truly matters.

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